allergic

Definition of allergic in English English dictionary: Having an allergy
I am allergic to cats.; Of or pertaining to allergy; Excessively sensitive; susceptible; Pertaining to, sensitive to, or caused by an allergen (CMD 1997); Reaction: An abnormal physiological response to a chemical or physical stimuli by a sensitive person; {s} pertaining to allergy; suffering from an allergy; susceptible; characterized by or caused by allergy; "an allergic reaction"; > guo ming; If you have an allergic reaction to something, you become ill or get a rash when you eat it, smell it, or touch it. Soya milk can cause allergic reactions in some children; If you are allergic to something, you become ill or get a rash when you eat it, smell it, or touch it. I'm allergic to cats; characterized by or caused by allergy; "an allergic reaction; having an allergy or peculiar or excessive susceptibility (especially to a specific factor); "allergic children"; "hypersensitive to pollen"; (Immunology) Pertaining to, caused by, affected with or of the nature of allergy [94]
allergic response: The response of the immune system to an allergen
allergic rhinitis: A group of symptoms similar to those of a cold such as runny nose and sore throat, caused by an allergic reaction to an allergen such as dust, plant pollens or animal dander
allergic disease: disease caused by a reaction to a certain substance
allergic eczema: eczema caused by an allergic reaction
allergic reaction: {i} hypersensitivity reaction, excessive sensitivity to a specific allergen, excessive sensitivity to certain substances (i.e. animal hair or pollen) which often causes the development of respiratory problems or other symptoms
allergic rhinitis: Inflammation of the mucous membranes in the nose that is caused by an allergic reaction
allergic rhinitis: (al-er-jec rhi-nite-us) - symptoms that occur after you are near grass, trees and weeds in the air The pollen from these things causes the allergic reaction Also known as hay fever
allergic rhinitis: Irritation of the nasal passages causing sneezing, runny nose, nasal congestion, itching and tearing of the eyes Hay fever is an example of this condition Back to Top
allergic rhinitis: This condition occurs when the body’s immune system over-responds to specific, non-infectious particles such as plant pollens, molds, dust mites, animal hair, industrial chemicals (including tobacco smoke), foods, medicines, and insect venom During an allergic attack, antibodies, primarily immunoglobin E (IgE), attach to mast cells (cells that release histamine) in the lungs, skin, and mucous membranes Once IgE connects with the mast cells, a number of chemicals are released One of the chemicals, histamine, opens the blood vessels and causes skin redness and swollen membranes When this occurs in the nose, sneezing and congestion are the result (description by AAO-HNS)
allergic rhinitis: rhinitis caused by an allergic reaction
allergic rhinitis: swelling of the inside of the nose, usually leading to a runny nose and itching of the eyes and nose
allergic rhinitis: inflammation of the mucous membrane which is caused by an allergic reaction
allergic rhinitis: an inflammation of the mucus membranes of the nose due to an allergic response; also known as hay fever
allergic rhinitis: Swelling of the membranes inside the nose due to allergic reactions Allerigc rhinitis can lead to runny nose, sneezing, and nasal congestion
allergic rhinitis: An allergy affecting the mucus membrane of the nose Seasonal allergic rhinitis is often called "hay fever "
allergic to penicillin: one who has an allergic reaction to penicillin
I'm allergic to aspirin: Indicates that the speaker has an allergy to aspirin
I'm allergic to nuts: Indicates that the speaker has an allergy to nuts
I'm allergic to penicillin: Indicates that the speaker has an allergy to penicillin
I'm allergic to pollen: Indicates that the speaker has an allergy to pollen
are you allergic to any medications: Asked mostly by doctors and nurses to ascertain whether certain medications should not be given to patients
allergically: In an allergic manner; because of allergies